Is it possible to dull a nicely done edge in only a couple shaves. I personally belive that it is. Last time I went and had a straight shave the barber had to change the shavette blade he was using after 3/4 of the first pass. I have since been noticing that if I don't touch up the edge a little after a couple of shaves my shaves are undesireable. I just lapped up a swaty so I am sure it will see some good use.

I know I have a tough beard, I would give it a 9 on a 1-10 scale and I know my tecnique is good for the most part. anyone else have this same experience? Maybe my edges will last longer on a swaty than the pasted paddle I have been using. All I know is that when I shave I have a freshly stropped blade that cuts perfectly for the first pass and then is noticeably less so. my shaves are still good this just baffles me. Most people get shave after shave without touch ups.

Sorry to ramble on and on.